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Alyssa A.

Dog Walker

Syracuse, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
administration of medicine
pet sitting
I provide dog sitting in your home. I have had a passion for animals for my entire life. Growing up we had four dogs in our household that I was always helping take care of. Once I graduated college I adopted two dogs of my own and fell even more in love. While teaching second grade I organized a school wide fundraiser to raise...
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Syracuse, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
respite care
personal care
dementia
home modification
My Experience Includes: Working closely with seniors and thier families as a COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) providing solutions, adaptations, care & therapy services in home settings, outpatients clinics, skilled nursing facilities and live-in rehab settings. My Mission Connect. Build a relationship. Learn about...
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Syracuse, NY

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$20/hr
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
I have been passionate about dogs my entire life and have extensive experience caring for them, especially puppies. I offer a range of pet care services, including: - Dog walking - Home visits for potty breaks and playtime - Daytime and overnight dog sitting in your home - Transportation to doggy daycare, veterinary...
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Experienced & Passionate Child Care Provider

Syracuse, NY

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Having worked extensively with children of all ages in a variety of settings, including as a pediatric occupational therapy provider, my favorite jobs are still always nannying for individual families. I've worked as a nanny for four different amazing families, tutor, 1:1 with children with special needs, in daycare settings &...
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Syracuse, NY

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Julia! I live in CNY and have 2 dogs and 1 cat myself! I'm an avid animal lover and have 3 years of experience professionally watching cats as well as large and small breed dogs. I offer walking services as well as pet sitting services. Whether you have a busy job or are away on vacation, trust that I will be...
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Fun Dog Sitter

Syracuse, NY

5.0(0)
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$11/hr
10 years experience
Hello, I'm Felipe, 32 years old and I live in Carteret, NJ. I'm happily married with an amazing husband and we have a Golden-doodle who is 1-year-old, his name is Mangos. We live in a very friendly place close to dog parks, our apartment is very big and dogs are more than welcome to stay whenever they want (our couch, bed, guest...
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Pet Service And Care For Your Pets

Syracuse, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
boarding
daily feeding
I have cared for many pets over the years. My family has owned cats and dogs. I am reliable and trustworthy. I just finished a year of dog walking two dogs. The owner is now moving out of state and I'm looking for a new dog to care for.
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Syracuse, NY

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm very responsible, reliable, caring, and patient. I am available for date nights, dog sitting/walking, house sitting/light housekeeping, or something part-time as I work part-time with very flexible hours. I have multiple references, comfortable with pets, have been CPR certified, have full Covid vaccine, clean driving record...
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Syracuse, NY

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$16/hr
Pet sitting
pet walking
I was born and raised around animals. Growing up I had multiple breads of dogs, birds, cats etc. I'm used to caring for animals that have specific needs or services !
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Syracuse, NY

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$21/hr
2 years experience
I have a doctorate of physical therapy and am currently a pediatric physical therapist. I tutored physics in college for 2 years. I'm able to adapt to different learning styles and personalities.
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Syracuse, NY

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am currently a Speech Therapy graduate student at SU! I have many years of experience babysitting a wide age range of children. Reach out with any questions you may have :) I look forward to chatting!

Evan H. says "My kids and I love her! We plan to work with her all summer. Very responsible and receptive. She kept in contact with me all day with updates and helped...

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Syracuse, NY

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am new to the area and looking to connect with some families. I am finishing up Bachelor's degree in Applied Psychology this December. I work part-time as a Registered Behavior Technician providing 1:1 therapy to kiddos with Autism. I am known to be energetic, outgoing and fun. Enjoy playing, making crafts, cooking, cleaning...
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Animal Lover!

Syracuse, NY

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Hello! I am Jillian and I have been caring for pets for about 2-3 years now. I have mainly watched dogs (varying in size). I have watched them for an extended period of time, including long weekends and Monday through Friday. I am able to provide walking services as well. I have also owned pets while growing up and understand...
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Syracuse, NY

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Pet sitting
pet walking
Caring for animals is more than a job for me; it's a passion. With a life time experience of growing up with dogs, and cats. Pet sitting and walking services, I understand the importance of treating every pet as if they were my own. I offer vigilant observation for any signs of distress or health changes. I remain calm and...
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Great People Person

Syracuse, NY

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Personal care
dementia
light cleaning
Hello my name is Krystal M, I have been working with the elderly for a couple years now, I also have worked with people with dementia . I recently was working at Van Dyne in the physical therapy field and working there made me want to pursue on working with the elderly/people With disabilities I've always wanted to be a...
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Syracuse, NY

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Changing bed linens
kitchen cleaning
general room cleaning
bathroom cleaning
organization
+ 1 more
I have four years of experience providing cleaning and housekeeping services. I can also provide seasonal gardening/ landscaping services as needed.
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Pet care

Syracuse, NY

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
boarding
pet sitting
Hi, I'm Rosa a reliable, passionate pet sitter, dog walker, and boarding provider! With about 2 years of experience and pet first-aid training, I offer personalized care tailored to your pet's needs. Services include fun walks, in-home sitting, and cozy boarding, plus feeding, meds, and playtime. I prioritize safety, love, and...
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Senior And Disabled Care Taker

Syracuse, NY

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
home modification
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Working in home care for 10+ years. Also worked in workers compensation with insurance companies, government and private prior to home care. Working with Hospice, VA, and hospital discharge patients. I have extensive training with Dementia and Alzheimer patients. Able to do companion care, food prep, light house keeping, with...
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Syracuse, NY

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$18/hr
7 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
pet walking
Hi! My name is Adamaris and I've been caring for pets for over 7 years. I have hands-on experience with dogs, cats, and birds of all sizes and personalities. My services include walking, feeding, basic training, playtime, and administering medication. I'm also attentive to special dietary needs and senior pet care. I'm...
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Karen R.'s Photo

Syracuse, NY

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$22/hr
General room cleaning
organization
kitchen cleaning
bathroom cleaning
changing bed linens
Residential and light office cleaning services in the Fairmount, Onondaga Hill, Camillus, Marcellus, Skaneateles
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  • 79 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.84/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.4

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Syracuse, NY

To find a therapy dog near you in Syracuse, NY, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Syracuse, NY is $20.84 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Syracuse, NY. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Syracuse, NY, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Syracuse, NY, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.

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